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  • Page 1 User Manual For use with Graviton M1/M2 Software 4.8.x www.luminitefx.com...
  • Page 2 Contents Introduction Graviton M1 Graviton M2 XY / EC Controllers F10W / F6W Footswitches Basic Workflow User Interface Bank Mode / Song Mode Glossary Home > MIDI Editor Home > Preset Library Home > MIDI Tracking Home > Live Home > Setlist Library Home >...
  • Page 3 MIDI commands, giving you maximum flexibility for any setup. Ultra-Compact Footprint The Graviton M1 and M2 are very compact, saving valuable pedalboard space and weight. Use the M1/M2 to transform compact multi-effects pedals, amp modelers, computers, or iOS devices into...
  • Page 4 Features Graviton M1 / M2 — All-in-One MIDI Control System Designed for both professional pedalboards and recording studios. Fast & Easy MIDI Programming ● Large 3.5-inch touchscreen LCD for intuitive control ● No PC editor require ● On-device manual and built-in SysEx library/editor Wireless Remote Control ●...
  • Page 5 Specialized I/O (Built-in for M2 or RV Adapter for M1) ● Relay Port: Control up to 2 amp channel switches or pedal footswitch inputs ● Control Voltage Port: Control up to 2 analog CV/expression inputs Modes & Memory ● Preset Mode and Song Mode ●...
  • Page 6 ● Standard 5-pin MIDI In/Out ● 1/4” TRS MIDI: ○ M1: 2 ports ○ M2: 4 ports ○ Supports Type A, Type B, Tip Active, Ring Active ● 1/8” (3.5mm) TRS MIDI (both M1 and M2) (4 modes) ● 1/8” (3.5mm) TRS MIDI In (M2 only) ●...
  • Page 7 Graviton M1 Front Display: 3.5-inch touchscreen LCD Back ● 9VDC: Power Adapter in (9V center-negative, 500mA minimum). ● TRS 1 and TRS 2: MIDI Out (4 modes) / Footswitch / Expression Pedals in with 1/4-inch (6.35mm) stereo cables. ● TRS 3: MIDI out with a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo cable.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Note: *Either the USB MIDI or USB Host MIDI port can be used at one time, not both. Side ● MIDI In: With standard MIDI cable. ● MIDI Out: With standard MIDI cable. ● Factory Reset: To perform a factory reset, insert a pin into the hole. Push and hold the button while powering on the device until the logo shows up, then release.
  • Page 9 Graviton M2 Front ● 6 x Soft Touch Footswitches: Smooth and silent operation. ● Staggered Footswitch Height: Taller at the back and lower at the front for easy access.
  • Page 10 Back ● 9VDC: Power Adapter in (9V center-negative, 500mA minimum). ● TRS 1 to TRS 4: MIDI Out (4 modes) / Footswitch / Expression Pedals in with 1/4-inch (6.35mm) stereo cables. ● MIDI Out: (4 modes) with a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo cable. ●...
  • Page 11 ● MIDI In: with standard 5-pin MIDI cable. ● MIDI Out: with standard 5-pin MIDI cable. *Either the 1/8-inch (3.5mm) MIDI In or 5-pin MIDI In port can be used at one time, not both. Specifications ● LCD Size: 3.5 inches. ●...

  • Page 12: Operation

    XY / EC Controllers Operation ● XY and EC can be attached to any instrument using its nano pads on the bottom. These pads work like geckos' feet without any chemical adhesives. They can be attached and removed multiple times and are safe for most modern poly / nitro finishes. Switching with your fingertips is easy and intuitive, similar to using a pickup selector switch.
  • Page 13 ● Pairing is persistent—even if the battery runs out, the controller retains its pairing status. After recharging, you can continue using it immediately without re-pairing. ● A Graviton M1/M2 can pair with up to 10 XY or EC controllers: ○ Go to Settings > Wireless > XY/EC Controllers ○...

  • Page 14: Power And Charging

    Power and charging ● XY and EC have no physical ON/OFF switch—the intelligent circuitry automatically activates when in use and powers down when idle. This prevents accidental battery drain if users forget to turn the controller off. ● The battery level is shown as a green percentage in the top-right corner of the M1/M2 screen.
  • Page 15 ● Pairing is persistent—even if the battery runs out, the controller retains its pairing status. After recharging, you can continue using it immediately without re-pairing. ● A Graviton M1/M2 can pair with up to ten F10W or F6W footswitches:...
  • Page 16 ○ Go to Settings > Wireless > Wireless Footswitches ○ Tap on an empty slot ○ Select the controller type you want to pair ○ Follow the on-screen instructions ● In rare cases where the wireless signal becomes intermittent (due to strong interference in the environment), try changing the wireless channel via Settings >...
  • Page 17 ● Battery Life: 6 months ● Width x Depth x Height: ○ F10W: 11 x 3.3 x 1.77 inches (280 x 85 x 45 mm) ○ F6W: 5.9 x 3.3 x 1.77 inches (150 x 85 x 45 mm) ● Weight: ○...

  • Page 18: Basic Workflow

    Basic Workflow ● Each M1/M2 is a command central unit where all programming is stored and managed through its touchscreen UI (User Interface), then sent out via its multiple ports: ○ 5-pin MIDI ○ TRS MIDI (¼ and ⅛ inch) ○...
  • Page 19 ○ Release ● These actions can trigger Bank Presets, Fixed Presets (from the Preset Library), Bank Up/Down, and more. ● Expression pedals and EC rotary knobs are configured differently from buttons, and are explained in their own dedicated sections below. Overall, programming involves two main steps: 1.

  • Page 20: User Interface

    User Interface Overview ● The M1/M2 features a multi-view User Interface, where each view presents information in different formats, tailored for specific tasks. For example: ● Use Devices > Footswitch Pedals for a clear overview of each button’s function during performance.
  • Page 21 ○ Long touch (touch and hold) – Opens additional options, like a right-click on a mouse. ○ Double touch – Shortcut to opening a preset. Note: The Graviton M1 and M2 share the same software and interface. All screenshots in this documentation use the M1 display for illustration unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 22: Bank Mode

    Bank Mode / Song Mode Bank Mode Bank Mode is designed for quickly accessing and sending presets directly from the Preset Library using a bank-based layout. Example: ● Use Bank +/- or Bank Jump buttons to scroll through your list of preset banks. ●...

  • Page 23: Common Terms

    Common Terms ● Controllers: These are devices that can control the Graviton M1/M2, such as XY/EC Controllers, Footswitch Pedals (including the M2 footswitches, or the F10/W, F6/W, etc.), or the MIDI In port, which can trigger actions based on incoming MIDI CC/PC commands.

  • Page 24: Preset Commands

    ● Clock: ○ MIDI Clock: Start sending MIDI Beat Clock command stream with the fixed BPM (Beat Per Minute). (Settings > MIDI > Clock option needs to be On for the Graviton M1/M2 to output MIDI Clock). ○ Analog Clock: Start sending Analog Tap Clock command stream with the fixed BPM (Beat Per Minute).
  • Page 25 ● Song > Song Position Pointer: Send MIDI SPP command. ● Preset Chain: Pick and send a preset from the Preset Library. You can chain multiple presets with this method, useful if you want to send more than 16 commands at once. ○...

  • Page 26: Button Actions

    ● Toe Down / Heel Down PC: Send a PC command when the Expression Pedal is fully pressed toe down / heel down. ● Toe Down / Heel Down Preset: Send a Preset when the Expression Pedal is fully pressed toe down / heel down.

  • Page 27: Menu Navigation

    Button Actions (Song Mode Only) ● <, >, ⌃, ⌄: Scroll left, right, up, down while in Song Screen. ● Song Preset: Send the Preset in the designated position (1st to 10th) in the playing Song. This Preset will change accordingly when switching to another Song. ●...
  • Page 28 Home > MIDI Editor This view is for programming the current Preset and its Commands (up to 16 per Preset). From the top: ● Preset Name: Shows the Current Preset name. Tap to rename. ● Toggle LED: Shows the Preset On/Off state if Toggling On or Momentary On is enabled. ●...
  • Page 29 ○ Channel Name: Tap to rename the current MIDI Channel. ○ Channel: Tap to change to another MIDI Channel (1 to 16). In the same screen, tap on the “···” button for 2 more options: Rename MIDI Channel (same as above) or Change MIDI Channel Color.
  • Page 30 ○ Value / Velocity: Tap to input a value number by keypad. If the values are CC/PC/Counter CC/PC or CC/Clock Expression values, their colors will be yellow (changing values) instead of white (fixed values). ○ Slider: If the Type is CC, a slider control will be shown, allowing you to drag and change the value by touch control.
  • Page 31 ● Block/List Layout: Display the commands in block or list format. Block Layout shows more on-screen information and value sliders, while List Layout is simpler and faster to edit. ● Show Values: Display the CC/CV value by numbers or sliders (Block Layout only). ●...
  • Page 32 SysEx Library When adding SysEx Commands to a Preset in MIDI Editor Screen, tapping on its SysEx Command / Value button will display this Screen for the selection of 120 SysEx Commands available to choose from, organized across 12 Pages. From the top: ●...
  • Page 34 Home > Preset Library This view is used for managing the shared pool of 120 Presets (grouped into 12 Banks), available to all controllers, for both Bank Mode and Song Mode. You can assign XY/EC Controllers, Footswitch Pedals, and MIDI In to send these Presets from their respective screens in Home >...
  • Page 35 ● Block / List: Displays the current layout. Tap to toggle between Block and List view.
  • Page 36 This view helps you monitor and update the real-time status of MIDI commands between the Graviton M1/M2 and connected MIDI devices—enabling two-way synchronization. ● You can program up to 10 Tracking Presets, similar to standard presets, with PC and CC commands.
  • Page 37 Example If the target device can: ● Receive PC to change patches (e.g. receive PC 1 → change to Patch 1) ● Receive CC to toggle effects on/off (e.g. receive CC 1, value 127 → turn on FX1; receive CC 1, value 0 →...
  • Page 38 Home > Live ● The Live view is optimized for performance, with a super-sized Preset name that can be read across the stage. ● All touch screen buttons are disabled—except the Back button (<) and Settings button (···)—to prevent accidental changes while performing. ●...
  • Page 39 Home > Setlist Library This view allows you to: ● Open (Double Touch) a Setlist to add Songs into it. ● Manage (Rename / Copy / Swap / Delete) a list of up to 120 Setlists, organized into 12 Pages. From the top: ●...
  • Page 40 Playing Setlist This view appears after opening a Setlist from the Setlist Library above. It allows you to: ● Open (Double Touch) a Song to add Presets into it. ● Select up to 10 Songs from the Song Library to add to this Setlist. From the top: ●...

  • Page 41: Playing Song

    Playing Song This is the main view while performing in Song Mode, where you can see all the Song Presets of the current Song in the intended order and scroll through them. This view appears after opening a Song from the Setlist above. You can: ●...
  • Page 42 ● Setup BPM: Starts MIDI Clock at this BPM when the Song is loaded. (0 = Clock Off) ● Setup Preset: Automatically starts a Preset when the Song is loaded: ○ Song Preset (1st–10th): Select from the current Song. ○ Fixed Preset (1–120): Select from the Preset Library. ●...
  • Page 43 Home > Song Library This Screen shows a list of all 120 Songs available, organized into 12 Pages. This Screen is for: ● Manage and program all your Songs here and add them to your Setlists in the Setlist Library Screen later.
  • Page 44 Devices Controllers and Buttons The Devices section shows the available controllers you can use to control your Graviton M1/M2. Each controller can have multiple buttons: ● XY and F10W: 10 buttons ● F6W and M2: 6 buttons ● EC: 2 push buttons (rotary knobs explained below) ●...
  • Page 45 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Hold, Double, Release Each button can be assigned up to six types of actions: 1st Tap, 2nd Tap, 3rd Tap, Hold Tap, Double Tap, and Release. These can be assigned individually or in any combination. Open the Assign Button menu first, then tap on 1st Tap (top right corner) and you’ll be able to assign: ●...
  • Page 46 Devices > XY Controllers This view is for: ● Programming XY Controller buttons to designated Presets or Actions ● Performing, with each XY button displaying its assigned function To select another XY: ● Press a button on an XY Controller to switch the display to that XY. ●...
  • Page 47 ○ Long Touch: Open context menu to Edit Preset or Assign Action. ○ Toggle LED: Displays the Preset On/Off state if Toggling On or Momentary On is enabled. ● XY: 1–10 (Selector): Tap to open: ○ Controller: Select the controller slot to map. You can also map an empty slot (None) and pair a controller later.

  • Page 48: Quick Start

    Devices > EC Controllers Quick Start ● Navigate to Home > MIDI Editor. ● Tap + to add a new MIDI Command. ● Tap on the command’s Type, change it to Encoder. ● Adjust the Min / Max (range), Step (change per click) / Encoder Channel (will be explained below) to suit your needs.
  • Page 49 ● Current Preset: All Encoder Commands with matching Encoder Channels within the current preset will be triggered. ● Fixed Preset: All Encoder Commands with matching Encoder Channels within a pre-selected preset will be triggered. ● This setting is configured for each EC Knob separately, and can be found in Devices > EC Controllers.
  • Page 50 Long Touch on the CW (>) or CCW (<) Blocks: ● Encoder Channel (0–20, with 0 = All Channels): Each Rotary Encoder knob can be assigned to a specific Encoder Channel, allowing it to control only Encoder Commands with a matching channel—similar to how MIDI Channels work.
  • Page 51 Encoder + Counter CC/PC When adding an Encoder Command in front of a Counter CC/PC: ● The Encoder’s adjustment direction (Increase/Decrease) and Step will override the Counter CC/PC’s direction and Step. ● You gain additional controls: Min, Max, and Wrap Around—features not available in standalone Counter CC/PC.
  • Page 52 Graviton M1/M2 works with any type of Footswitch Pedal (momentary / latch / resistor ladder etc) over TRS Jacks with its "Learn" function (or just plug and play with Luminite F Series Pedal). Up to 2 x (M1) or 4 x (M2) pedals can be connected, with support for up to 10 buttons per pedal.
  • Page 53 ● Repeat the process for each button on your footswitch. Setup Wireless Footswitch Pedals The Luminite F10W and F6W footswitch pedals can be paired wirelessly with the Graviton M1/M2, just like XY/EC Controllers. They also support Wired Mode via TRS jacks using a ¼-inch cable (see Wired Mode above).
  • Page 54 ● Programming footswitch buttons to designated Presets or Actions ● Performing, with each button displaying its assigned function If a Graviton M2, F10W, or F6W footswitch is used, the Block layout will automatically match the physical layout of the pedal. To select another footswitch pedal for mapping, you can: ●...
  • Page 55 Devices > Expression Pedals Calibration Expression Pedals must be calibrated before use. (Calibration data won’t be lost if the TRS jack is switched to another mode.) To calibrate: 1. Plug an Expression Pedal into a TRS jack. 2. Go to Settings > TRS, and tap the jack you just used. 3.
  • Page 56 By adding expression commands to an Expression Preset via Devices > Expression Pedals. (Expression Presets can contain expression commands only) Then assign this preset to an Expression Pedal to let it control all the commands within that preset, independently from the rest of the system: ●...
  • Page 57 This view is used for: ● Programming the currently active Expression Preset (similar to the MIDI Editor, but limited to Expression Commands only) ● Tracking parameter changes in real time as the Expression Pedals move Tap the top-right corner of the screen (shown as Number x/10) to open the Expression Presets Library.
  • Page 58 ● Expression Preset Name: Displays the name of the currently selected Expression Preset. Tap to rename. ● Expression Preset Blocks: Shows all 10 presets by number and name. ○ Single Touch: Assign the selected preset to the current Expression Pedal ○...
  • Page 59 Devices > MIDI In Overview ● MIDI In acts as a virtual 10-button footswitch, where each button can be “pressed” by sending a corresponding MIDI command (trigger). Example: sending PC1 = press virtual button 1, sending PC2 = press virtual button 2, and so on.
  • Page 60 ○ Trigger: Program the incoming MIDI Trigger that will activate the button action assigned above (accepted types are PC, CC, and Note). MIDI In Triggers There are two types: ● Absolute Trigger: Input the exact MIDI command which can trigger this button action. ●...
  • Page 61 Relay and Control Voltage Relay Port ● A Relay Port is available on the Graviton M2, and more ports can be added to any M1 or M2 with RV Adapters. ● Relay Ports function as Virtual Footswitch Pedals, which can send Switching Commands to devices with Footswitch Inputs, such as amps or effects, for changing amp channels / switching effects on and off, and more.
  • Page 62 ● Start using CV by adding a CV Commands to the MIDI Editor, with the Jack, Pin / Range and Output (%) you want (static output). ● You can also control the CV Commands Output % dynamically with external Expression Pedals connected to the M1/M2 TRS Jacks or with the EC Controllers, in the same way with CC Commands.

  • Page 63: Special Functions

    Special Functions Toggling Toggling is a per-preset option found in Home > MIDI Editor. When enabled, it allows a preset to send alternative MIDI commands within the same preset while providing visual feedback of its state: On (LED On) and Off (LED Off). There are several ways to do toggling: ●...
  • Page 64 Example Sequence: A → B → C → A → B → C → (repeat) This is useful for stepping through multiple CC values, toggling different effect settings, or switching between multiple MIDI destinations. ● Rotation On (Reset>A): Automatically resets to the A state when switching to a different preset.
  • Page 65 ● Decrease (–): Decrements by a specific Step, then sends the command. ● Jump: Sets the value/number to a specific value, with 3 Modes: ○ Jump: Jump to a new value. ○ Jump+Send: Jump to a new value, and send. ○...
  • Page 66 ● Per-Preset BPM: Add specific MIDI Clock or Analog Clock commands to Presets. These will override the current Global BPM when that preset is triggered.
  • Page 67 Settings Display ● Display Brightness: Adjust LCD display brightness (from 1 to 10). Default: 8 ● Touch Calibration: If you are experiencing issues with the accuracy of the touch screen, you can easily recalibrate it by tapping on the two red squares a few times until they turn white. MIDI Customize MIDI Commands routing options which go through: ●...
  • Page 68 ■ Luminite F10/W: For use with the Luminite F10 or F10W in Wired Mode over a ¼ inch cable (plug n play, no “Learn” needed). ■ Luminite F6/W: For use with the Luminite F6 or F6W in Wired Mode over a ¼ inch cable (plug n play, no “Learn” needed).
  • Page 69 5V) on their inputs which might damage the TRS Jacks. It’s best to use a RV Adapter, which can switch any voltage and completely eliminate ground loops. The Graviton M1/M2 can act as either a USB Device or Host. (USB Devices can only connect to USB Hosts, and vice versa.) ●...
  • Page 70 Bluetooth The Graviton M1/M2 can act as either a Bluetooth Peripheral or Central. (Peripherals can only connect to Centrals, and vice versa.) Peripheral devices broadcast their presence (advertising), while the Central device scans and initiates the connection to nearby advertising Peripherals (pairing).
  • Page 71 Show MIDI Studio, click the Bluetooth button, and connect. Then, within your DAW or app, select ‘Graviton M1/M2 BLE’ from the input/output list. (The M1/M2 won’t appear in the system Bluetooth settings like regular devices such as headphones or speakers.) ●...
  • Page 72 This is useful if you have more than one instrument, each can have their own XY/EC Controller attached. ● Pairing > Wireless Footswitch: A Graviton M1/M2 can pair with up to 10 x F10W or F6W Wireless Pedals. ● Change Channel: In some rare cases, if you have issues with XY/EC signals being intermittent (strong interference from the surrounding environment), you can try changing to another wireless channel.
  • Page 73 Data All of your Presets, Songs, Setlists, Settings etc data in Graviton M1/M2 can be saved into a Backup. You can have up to 10 Backups (useful if you have different setups / rigs) and switch between them. ● Backup: Shows the Backup screen with 10 backup file slots, where you can: ●...
  • Page 74 Update Failure: Possible causes and solutions: ● Weak WiFi signal: Place the M1/M2 closer to the WiFi router and try again. ● No access to router: Connect the M1/M2 to your phone’s mobile hotspot to update. ● Insufficient or noisy power supply: A weak or noisy 9V/USB adapter can affect WiFi reception.

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